Bus Driver Part-Time

Eckerd Connects; Denison (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of at-risk youth. This rewarding role involves training and mentoring while providing essential transportation services. As a Bus Driver, you will ensure safe travel for students to various locations, maintain vehicle conditions, and engage in security duties. The position offers a supportive environment with comprehensive benefits, including low-cost insurance and paid time off. If you are passionate about youth development and have the necessary driving qualifications, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

19 days of Paid Time Off

11 paid holidays

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Flexible spending accounts

Paid short-term and long-term disability

Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance

Voluntary term life insurance

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record needed.

Responsibilities

• Transport students to various sites and maintain vehicle condition.
• Perform alarm and patrol duties when not driving.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to relate to trainee population

Knowledge of crowd control techniques

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Commercial Driver’s License

CPR/FA Certification

Job description

Odle Management – A program of Eckerd Connects

Want to make a difference in a young person's life? This is a position that is very rewarding in training and mentoring at-risk youth.

Our Benefits:

• Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 19 days of Paid Time Off the first year
• 11 paid holidays
• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid short-term and voluntary long-term disability
• Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary term life insurance

Duties and Responsibilities:

• The Bus Driver reports to the Security & Transportation Manager and is an hourly, non-exempt position.
• The Bus Driver is responsible for supplying transportation services to students and performing general maintenance duties throughout the center.
• The Bus Driver transports students by bus and automobile to various vocational sites, medical centers, recreational activities, courts, etc.
• Inspects and reports on the mechanical condition of vehicles.
• Maintains accurate and complete trip reports of each use of any vehicle.
• When not performing the duties of the Shuttle Bus Driver, will perform alarm and patrol duties in assigned areas to protect life and property against theft, misappropriation, vandalism, fire, flood, or similar disaster, suspicious acts and/or persons, and other unusual conditions.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Valid State driver’s license and Commercial Driver’s License in the state of employment with Passenger endorsement and an acceptable driving record.

Additional Requirements: Prefer knowledge of riot and crowd control techniques and law enforcement procedures. Must maintain CPR/FA Certification. Ability to obtain a bus driver's license. Ability to effectively relate to trainee population. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Position requires an ability to operate office equipment and drive an automobile. In addition, must be able to interact with team members and maintain an effective working relationship with all facility staff and departments.

*This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified.